Medical Technologist

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University is seeking a Medical Technologist to join a dynamic team at Rhodes Hall. You will perform routine automated and manual procedures, verify and report test requests, and troubleshoot analyzers and test methods.

You will review quality control values and results, handle phone inquiries from internal and external customers, and call critical value results. The role includes problem-solving pre-analytical issues under supervision, with a focus on accuracy and safety.

Qualifications

• Requires NAACLS-accredited Medical Laboratory Technology program or equivalent.
• Board certification (ASCP/AMT/MLS) required; MLS within 1 year if not yet certified.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine automated and manual procedures and verify and report test requests.
• Troubleshoot analyzers and test methods and review quality control values and results.
• Handle phone inquiries from internal and external customers and call critical value results.
• Problem-solve pre-analytical issues as directed by leadership and maintain compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Job Title:

Medical Technologist

Additional Information:

This medical technologist works as part of a dynamic team to perform routine automated and manual procedures, verify and report test requests, troubleshoot analyzers and test methods, review quality control values and results. Technologists deftly handle phone inquiries from both internal and external customers, call critical value results, and problem solve pre-analytical issues. All employees work under the direction of the division directors, manager and lead technologists.

Minimum Education Required

4- Year College Degree or higher is required. Degree must emanate from a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory (NAACLS) accredited program or equivalent. * Note that Medical Laboratory Technicians with an Associate of Science from and appropriate program will also be considered with hire into the title of Med Lab Tech- Testing.

Required Qualifications

Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology with ASCP/AMT, MT or MLS Medical Board Certification is required. *Note that board certification is a condition of employment. If not certified, applicant must obtain MLS certification within 1 year of hire, with first board of certification test attempt within the first six months of hire.

Location:

Rhodes Hall (0354)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

Varying Shifts

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.